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constrictor

noun

con·​stric·​tor kən-ˈstrik-tər How to pronounce constrictor (audio)
1
: a muscle that contracts a cavity or orifice or compresses an organ
2
: a snake (such as a boa constrictor) that coils around and compresses prey
3
: one that constricts

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web The Burmese python is a large nonvenomous constrictor that is an invasive species in Florida. Camille Fine, USA TODAY, 6 Aug. 2022 The constrictor cuts off blood flow to the heart and brain. Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 24 Mar. 2022 Police said the younger man kept 11 non-venomous constrictor snakes and a gecko in his apartment, in terrariums and drawers. Fox News, 5 July 2021 Case in point: Corn snakes, a popular, nonvenomous pet which winds around prey constrictor-style, love dining on mice. Adam Hadhazy, Popular Mechanics, 9 Mar. 2021 How about python jerky, a plate of constrictor and grits for breakfast or maybe a nice Christmas cookie whipped up with snake-yolk dough? orlandosentinel.com, 28 Dec. 2020 The function of this ACE2 is to break down angiotensin 2, a vasal constrictor. Lauren Caruba, ExpressNews.com, 9 July 2020 Scientists say the giant constrictor snakes, which can grow over 20 feet (6 meters) long, have eliminated 99% of the native mammals in the Everglades, decimating food sources for native predators such as panthers and alligators. Washington Post, 7 Aug. 2019 The pythons are mostly ambush hunters, and constrictors. Gena Steffens, Smithsonian, 11 July 2019 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1735, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of constrictor was in 1735

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